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Vaco Recruiter Services lists this Payroll Manager opportunity in san diego, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Title : Payroll Manager
Company Industry : Healthcare / Behavioral Health
Compensation : $95,000-$125,000
Location : Remote (strong preference for someone based out of CA)
A client of ours is seeking a Payroll Manager to lead end to end payroll operations in a multi site, high touch environment. This role reports to the Controller and owns the full payroll function, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timeliness across all payroll related activities. The organization operates 24/7 with a primarily hourly workforce of approximately 200 employees.
This is a hands on leadership role requiring someone confident, detail oriented, and able to operate independently while navigating cross functional dynamics.
Key Responsibilities
Own full cycle payroll processing including regular, bonus, off cycle, terminations, and special payments
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations with a strong emphasis on California payroll laws
Manage payroll tax filings, garnishments, audits, W 2s, and year end processes
Oversee 401k contributions including deductions, remittance, and reconciliations
Partner closely with HR, Finance, and leadership to resolve payroll issues and improve processes
Administer and optimize Paylocity and related payroll systems
Produce payroll and labor reporting to support business decisions and workforce planning
Support workers compensation reporting and annual audits
Handle escheatment processes and regulatory inquiries
Train managers on timekeeping, approvals, and payroll related workflows
Identify and implement process improvements and ensure best practices
Qualifications
5+years of hands on payroll experience required
Deep expertise in California payroll compliance
Experience managing multi site payroll environments
Strong proficiency with Paylocity or similar payroll systems
High level of accuracy, discretion, and attention to detail
Ability to operate independently, think critically, and push back when needed
Strong communication skills with the ability to navigate cross functional challenges
This role is best suited for a true payroll professional who wants full ownership of the function and can step into a visible, high impact position without needing significant oversight.
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Worksite address
san diego, CA, 92189, US
Who can apply
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